26 April 2021 | Wines / Vineyard
The Winemakers of Foncalieu
History…
Les Vignobles de Foncalieu is a famous wine co-operative based near Carcassonne in Occitanie (Languedoc). Their vineyards stretch from the Corbières to Carcassonne, down to the Mediterranean coast. Between the sea and the mountains, the winegrowers cultivate 4000 hectares of vines, in order to produce quality grapes that then creates exceptional wines. Since 1967, the wine-makers of the co-operative have brought spirit, innovation, passion and authenticity to their craft, to create 'one of the 50 most recognised wine brands in the world' - Drinks International Magazine, 2017.
An exceptional heritage
Les Vignobles de Foncalieu operate in exceptional landscapes - between two destinations listed as World Heritage by UNESCO; the City of Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi. Occitanie (Languedoc) is the oldest wine-growing region in the world with a climate offering a wide range of flavors of grape varieties.
A commitment to sustainable development
Since 2007, the co-operative has been strongly committed to sustainable development. Their objectives areto move towards responsible development, a territorial commitment while encouraging sharing and solidarity. Examples: - Develop new know-how while maintaining the maintenance of mutually beneficial relations with the territory. - Support for the vineyard in a sustainable viticulture practice approach ("protection of biodiversity, drip irrigation, installation of grass strips, etc.) - Environmentally friendly culture. - Developing organic wines. - Waste, sorting, and recycling in the associated cellars.
Discover the appellations, grape varieties and various brands offered by Vignobles de Foncalieu. http://www.foncalieu.com/nos-vins-home/
The 'Comptoir de la Cité' and the Château Haut-Gléon
Les Vignobles de Foncalieu are based in Arzens near Carcassonne.
In 2012, they purcased the historic Château Haut-Gléon, dating back to the 6th century and also acquired the ancient distillery "Belle Epoque" palace listed among the Historic Monuments of France which is now 'Le Comptoir de la Cité' located at the foot of the City of Carcassonne, offering wine tastings and sales, seminars and receptions. Find all of our our holiday rental properties near the Foncalieu vineyards. https://www.purefrance.fr/destinations/languedoc-occitanie Website: http://www.foncalieu.com/ Telephone: +33 468 76 21 68 Address: Domaine de Corneille, 11290 Arzens, France Mail: contact@foncalieu.com
